Nicholas of Myra
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Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th century bishop of Myra, and the origin of the myth of Santa Claus. He was renowned for being a good man, and he believed there was potential for good in all people. (AUDIO: Fairytale of Salzburg)
History
When the early 21st century (AUDIO: Day of the Master) Salzburg was under threat from the Krampus, Helen Sinclair spent decades trying to fly the TARDIS to Nicholas' time and place. Upon her arrival, Helen told Nicholas the story of what happened to Salzburg in the future, and she brought Nicholas there, where he faced the Krampus and defeated him. (AUDIO: Fairytale of Salzburg)
After his death, his bones were kept in a church in Myra. (PROSE: Saint Nicholas's Bones)
Legacy
The Feast of Saint Nicholas was celebrated on 6 August. (AUDIO: Better Watch Out)
